Ninety One Bursary South Africa 2026
Provided by:Ninety One SA (Pty) Ltd
Description
The Ninety One Bursary South Africa for the 2026 academic year is a great opportunity for students seeking financial support for their education. Administered by Ninety One SA (Pty) Ltd, previously known as Investec Asset Management, this bursary provides comprehensive coverage for students pursuing degrees in selected fields like Business, Finance, Engineering, and more. Bursary recipients will benefit from full tuition fees, learning materials, accommodation, and meals, as well as additional services such as private tutoring and mental health support. To be eligible, applicants must be South African citizens, under 21 years of age, currently in Matric, and planning to enroll in their first year at a recognized university in 2026. They are also required to demonstrate financial need and excellent academic records. The application process is conducted online, requiring various supporting documents, and the deadline for submissions is July 31, 2025.
Funding & Program Benefits
Eligibility Requirements
- You must be a South African citizen
- You must be under 21 years old in 2026
- You must be currently in Matric
- You must intend on studying full time, towards a qualification in one of the fields of study listed above
- You must be entering your first year of university in 2026
- You must intend on studying at a recognised university in South Africa
- You must have preferably achieved a minimum overall average of 70% or Level 6 in English and Mathematics or Sciences in Grade 11
- You must have proven financial need (with a family income of less than R600 000 per year) (special circumstances will be assessed if applicable)
- You must satisfy the minimum entry requirements for your chosen field of study
- You must have an excellent academic record
- You must have strong leadership qualities
Required Documents
- ID document (certified copy)
- Grade 11 final results (certified copy)
- Matric latest results (certified copy)
- Proof of application or registration at university for 2026 (on institutes letterhead)
- Proof of parents or guardians household income (latest payslips if employed/ affidavit if unemployed/ SASSA or pension slip if applicable)